Serving 975 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Grovetown Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 975 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grovetown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Grovetown Elementary School's student population of 975 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
975 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Grovetown Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grovetown Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#971 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
18%
19%
Black
39%
36%
White
29%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grovetown Elementary School's ranking?
Grovetown Elementary School is ranked #971 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Grovetown Elementary School often compared to?
Grovetown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Ridge Elementary School, Baker Place Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Grovetown Elementary School?
975 students attend Grovetown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Grovetown Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grovetown Elementary School?
Grovetown Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Grovetown Elementary School offer ?
Grovetown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Grovetown Elementary School part of?
Grovetown Elementary School is part of Columbia County School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Spring Break (Events)
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 08, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 09, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 10, 2025 (Thursday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 11, 2025 (Friday)
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